Rochester Public Library Foundation Wit, Wisdom & Wine Fundraising Event
City of Rochester sent this bulletin at 01/06/2013 03:55 PM CST.
* entertaining and informative speakers (each attendee chooses two breakout sessions)
* silent auction
* wine & hors d'oeuvres
* jewelry raffle
$75 per person ($85 per person after January 11)
OUR SPEAKERS:
Each attendee may attend two of these “Wit, Wisdom or Wine” themed breakout sessions: one at 7:00 and one at 8:00.
- Tim Penny - Terminalysis: Political Terms The Define the Way Washington’s Works
- Father Nick Mezacapa - Father Nick’s Seven Wonders of the World
- Dr. Jon O. Ebbert - Food Addition: Fact or Fluff?
- Susan Waughtal - Why do you think they call it AgriCulture?
- Steve Lange/Jen Koski - The Stories Behind the Stories
- John Kruesel - Antiques Roadshow
- Brian Lind, et.al. - Truly Doing Dewey
- Mike Cords - Wine 101: Variety is the Spice of Life
- Johnny Mangouras (Chef Mango) - Food & Wine: The World's Longest Lasting Love Affair
- Vangie Castro - Stand Up! Speak Out! Bullying Prevention & Intervention
Art Collaboration - This year, Wit, Wisdom & Wine will feature a collaborative art project in conjunction with Rochester Art Center. Attendees will be invited to create a portion of a larger collage that will ultimately be on display at Rochester Public Library.
Putting on the Glitz Raffle
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| One strand of Chinese freshwater cultured pearls measuring 16 inches, color aubergine (gray with purple overtones); gold tone tension tongue clasp with a figure "8" safety. | Rectangular 10 karat white gold filigree pin with a .02 carat Old European cut diamond bead set in the center. The pin has a hinged stem and toggle closure. | Sterling silver filigree antique revival ring with a cushion-shaped, checkerboard top natural London blue topaz weighing 4.72 carats, set in four split prongs. |
Raffle tickets are $10 each and can be purchased online with your registration, by calling 507.328.2343, or at the event on January 19.